From the Royal Mint:

The news that The Royal Mint would be releasing the very first UK coin dedicated to H.G. Wells was met with much fanfare and excitement, particularly from fans of classic literature and the science fiction genre…
Like any project dedicated to such a beloved figure, the H.G. Wells design was one that would pose many challenges, not least the scrutiny of diehard Wells aficionados. We sat down with Chris Costello to delve into the design process and his experiences along the way.